When you think about how global politics affect the things you buy every day, it’s easy to feel like a single purchase doesn’t matter. But think about this: a simple thing like coffee, sneakers, or…

Does Starbucks support Israel?” my barista friend whispered as protesters gathered outside. I’ve covered this firestorm for years. Starbucks left Israel entirely in 2003 after massive boycotts—but today’s outrage is darker. The chain is a top BDS…

Last Tuesday, as I waited in line for my cold brew, a protester shoved a flyer into my hand: “Boycott Dunkin’ for Funding Occupation!” It made me wonder, does Dunkin’ support Israel? As a food industry journalist, I…

My friend recently threw her Delta Galil-made Calvin Klein bra into a donation bin, ranting: “I just found out they’re linked to Israel!” As a fashion ethics writer, I’ve seen this panic before. Let’s clarify: Does Delta Galil…

My cousin slammed her phone down last week, demanding: “Tell me straight—does Calvin Klein support Israel?” She’d just seen another viral boycott post. As a fashion journalist, I’ve tracked these claims for years. Let’s settle it: Does Calvin…

While fixing my neighbor’s laptop last week, he pointed to a tiny label: “Intel Israel.” “Hold up,” he asked, “is Intel an Israeli company?” As a tech analyst, I’ve fielded this myth for years. Let’s cut through…

Last month, my cousin texted me: “Does Strauss Group support Israel? I heard they’re funding settlements!” As a food industry reporter, I’ve seen this question explode online. Let’s clarify: Does Strauss Group support Israel? Short answer: Yes—it’s an Israeli-founded company…

Did you know PepsiCo—Slice Juice’s parent company—operates 12 factories in Israel and owns brands like SodaStream? With searches like “Slice juice Israel boycott” spiking in 2024, clarity is key. Slice Juice itself is not Israeli—it’s a U.S. brand…

Rumors about Sensodyne’s origins and political affiliations have surged online, with searches like “Is Sensodyne an Israeli product?” and “Sensodyne BDS movement” trending globally, as a toothpaste trusted by millions for sensitive teeth, clarity matters. Sensodyne is not an Israeli…

In 2023, a TikTok video of a Kate Spade handbag tagged “Made for Tel Aviv” went viral, igniting fury among pro-Palestine activists. Comments like “Tapestry Inc is funding genocide!” flooded social media, but others dismissed it as…